Airbnb (NASDAQ:ABNB) Given “Buy” Rating at B. Riley Financial

B. Riley Financial restated their buy rating on shares of Airbnb (NASDAQ:ABNB) in a research report sent to investors on Friday,Benzinga reports. B. Riley Financial currently has a $230.00 target price on the stock, up from their prior target price of $210.00.

Several other analysts have also weighed in on the stock. Barclays lifted their target price on shares of Airbnb from $125.00 to $150.00 in a research report on Friday, August 7th. Wells Fargo & Company dropped their price target on shares of Airbnb from $186.00 to $185.00 and set an “overweight” rating for the company in a research report on Wednesday, October 7th. TD Cowen raised shares of Airbnb to a “strong-buy” rating in a research report on Monday, September 14th. Weiss Ratings upgraded shares of Airbnb from a “buy (b-)” rating to a “buy (b)” rating in a research note on Thursday, October 8th. Finally, Truist Financial lifted their price objective on Airbnb from $134.00 to $161.00 and gave the company a “hold” rating in a report on Thursday, September 10th. One analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, twenty-eight have issued a Buy rating, thirteen have issued a Hold rating and two have given a Sell rating to the company’s stock. According to MarketBeat.com, the stock has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $193.85.

Airbnb Stock Performance

ABNB traded up $19.86 during trading on Friday, reaching $189.99. 12,748,005 shares of the company’s stock were exchanged, compared to its average volume of 3,328,964. Airbnb has a fifty-two week low of $110.81 and a fifty-two week high of $193.45. The company has a quick ratio of 1.41, a current ratio of 1.41 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.32. The business has a 50 day moving average price of $169.07 and a 200 day moving average price of $147.71. The company has a market capitalization of $113.76 billion, a P/E ratio of 35.51, a PEG ratio of 1.96 and a beta of 1.26.

Airbnb (NASDAQ:ABNB) last announced its quarterly earnings results on Thursday, November 5th. The company reported $3.16 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $2.85 by $0.31. Airbnb had a net margin of 20.45% and a return on equity of 33.38%. The firm had revenue of $4.87 billion for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $4.75 billion. During the same quarter in the previous year, the firm posted $2.21 EPS. The business’s revenue for the quarter was up 18.9% on a year-over-year basis. As a group, analysts predict that Airbnb will post 5.29 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.

Insider Buying and Selling at Airbnb

In related news, insider Nathan Blecharczyk sold 13,615 shares of the stock in a transaction dated Monday, October 26th. The shares were sold at an average price of $170.81, for a total transaction of $2,325,578.15. Following the completion of the sale, the insider owned 20,567 shares in the company, valued at $3,513,049.27. This trade represents a 39.83% decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a document filed with the SEC, which is available through the SEC website. Also, CAO David C. Bernstein sold 1,756 shares of the stock in a transaction dated Monday, November 2nd. The stock was sold at an average price of $167.38, for a total transaction of $293,919.28. Following the sale, the chief accounting officer owned 43,899 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $7,347,814.62. This trade represents a 3.85% decrease in their position. The SEC filing for this sale provides additional information. Insiders sold a total of 524,377 shares of company stock worth $98,303,710 in the last 90 days. 27.21% of the stock is owned by corporate insiders.

Hedge Funds Weigh In On Airbnb

Several institutional investors have recently added to or reduced their stakes in the company. Allworth Financial LP raised its stake in shares of Airbnb by 2.8% in the third quarter. Allworth Financial LP now owns 14,702 shares of the company’s stock valued at $2,362,000 after acquiring an additional 402 shares during the last quarter. Ariadne Wealth Management LP boosted its holdings in shares of Airbnb by 11.0% in the 3rd quarter. Ariadne Wealth Management LP now owns 1,891 shares of the company’s stock worth $304,000 after acquiring an additional 188 shares in the last quarter. Eurizon Capital SGR S.p.A. boosted its holdings in shares of Airbnb by 2.8% in the 3rd quarter. Eurizon Capital SGR S.p.A. now owns 133,139 shares of the company’s stock worth $21,047,000 after acquiring an additional 3,628 shares in the last quarter. Werba Rubin Papier Wealth Management bought a new stake in Airbnb during the 3rd quarter worth approximately $216,000. Finally, CENTRAL TRUST Co grew its position in Airbnb by 5,129.2% during the 3rd quarter. CENTRAL TRUST Co now owns 1,255 shares of the company’s stock worth $202,000 after acquiring an additional 1,231 shares during the last quarter. 80.76% of the stock is owned by institutional investors.

More Airbnb News

Here are the key news stories impacting Airbnb this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Airbnb reported Q3 revenue of $4.87 billion, up 18.9% year over year and above estimates. Adjusted earnings of $3.16 per share also beat forecasts. Booking demand strengthened, with nights booked up 16%, marking the company’s fastest revenue growth in more than three years. Airbnb Q3 results
• Positive Sentiment: Management raised its 2026 revenue-growth outlook to the high teens from the mid teens and forecast Q4 revenue of $3.22 billion to $3.28 billion. Executives described the business as “back in growth mode,” citing resilient global travel demand and stronger bookings. Airbnb raises its annual outlook
• Positive Sentiment: The company authorized a $12 billion stock buyback, which could support shareholder returns. Management also pointed to AI-driven efficiency and hotel expansion as opportunities to improve operations and broaden growth. Q3 highlights, buyback and growth plans
• Positive Sentiment: Several analysts raised price targets after the results, including Oppenheimer, Citi and RBC, reinforcing the view that accelerating growth could support further gains. Analysts raise Airbnb price targets
• Neutral Sentiment: Some analysts remain cautious, arguing that valuation may limit upside despite the stronger outlook. Commentary also flagged possible effects from currency movements and a payment feature on reported results; these are potential caveats, not evidence that demand has weakened. Analysis of Q3 results and potential caveats

Airbnb Company Profile

Airbnb operates an online marketplace that connects travelers with hosts offering short-term stays and other travel-related services. Listings include apartments, houses, rooms and distinctive accommodations, with options ranging from brief visits to longer stays. The platform also offers bookable experiences in destinations around the world.

Founded in 2007 in San Francisco, Airbnb was started by Brian Chesky, Nathan Blecharczyk and Joe Gebbia. The company serves guests and hosts in more than 220 countries and regions, providing tools for listing properties, managing reservations and handling payments.

Brian Chesky is Airbnb’s co-founder and chief executive officer.